A healthcare facility in Connecticut is actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join their growing staff. In this role, the Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) ensures optimal care services are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
The Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP):

• Conducts psychiatric evaluation and formulates accurate diagnoses in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM)
• Manages prescribed medication, performs mental status examinations
• Develops and presents clear clinical impressions and recommendations that are specific and attainable
• Provides therapeutic interventions appropriate to specific problems
• Develops and documents clear clinical formulations

Qualifications

• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
• Board Certified as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Active DEA Controlled substance registration
• Knowledge of psychopathology and other behavioral health concerns and effective modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention
• Knowledge of internal and external levels of care, referral processes, and resources
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail